This creamy, cheesy Nacho Cheese Sauce is the perfect topping for your favorite snacks! Whether you’re drizzling it over nachos, dipping chips, or adding it to a delicious plate of fries, this sauce is quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 🍞 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 🥛 1 cup whole milk
- 🧀 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 🌶️ 1/2 tsp paprika
- 🌶️ 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🌶️ 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 🌿 1 tbsp chopped jalapeños (optional, for added spice)
📝 Directions:
- Melt the Butter: 🧈 In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Make the Roux: 🍞 Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour. Continue whisking for about 1 minute, until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. This is your roux, which will help thicken the sauce.
- Add the Milk: 🥛 Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Cheese: 🧀 Lower the heat to medium-low, and slowly add the shredded cheese, one handful at a time. Stir constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season the Sauce: 🌶️ Stir in the paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and garlic powder. If you’re using chopped jalapeños, stir them in as well. Continue stirring until everything is well combined.
- Serve: 🍽️ Serve your Nacho Cheese Sauce warm, drizzled over nachos, fries, or your favorite snack. You can also use it as a dip for tortilla chips.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your delicious, creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce, perfect for adding a cheesy kick to any snack!
⏱ Preparation Time: 5 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: About 2 cups
🔥 Calories: 150 kcal per 1/4 cup serving
💡 Notes:
- If the sauce thickens too much as it cools, simply reheat it gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Feel free to customize the cheese blend with your favorite cheeses like pepper jack, Gouda, or even a bit of cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Enjoy your delightful Nacho Cheese Sauce! 🧀✨